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Wild Adventures

Animal Keeper Assistant

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POSITION SUMMARY
Under direction by Senior Biologist, Zoological Supervisor, or Zoological Curator the assistant responsibilities will include basic animal husbandry on a daily basis. This will include feeding and cleaning of exhibits and holding to established standards. Assistants will also be responsible for public interactions and educational presentations: ability to feed animals following set diet guidelines clean assigned animal holding to established standards public speaking with direction and training from Senior Biologist, Zoological Supervisor or Zoological Curator, the ability to handle education animals ability to lift 50 pounds ability to follow and understand instructions be able to keep a daily written record of animals and events
BEYOND PAYDAY PERKS
FREE Season Admission to Wild Adventures For You and One Guest Complimentary Tickets To Give To Others Exclusive Team Member Events Park Wide Discounts Internal Promotions / Career Development Opportunities Team Member Recognition and Prizes Wholesome, family-oriented work environment
BENEFITS
Health Benefits and 401K offered after the waiting period Required Skills Competency Statements Accuracy
  • Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Analytical Skills
  • The Ability to be given direction, understand the direction, and achieve positive results by analyzing the situation, the materials given, and the tasks to be done. Communication Skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others using spoken or written words. Customer Oriented
  • Ability to take care of the guests'' needs while following company procedures. Detail-Oriented
  • Ability to pay attention to the small things. Like wiping down the stainless steel trash cans in the restrooms or removing spots from the mirrors. Self-motivated
  • Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative and not requiring constant supervision to achieve positive results. Applied Learning
  • Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience. Initiative
  • Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. Time Management
  • Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Responsible
  • Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct. Self-motivated
  • Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative. Relationship Building
  • Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
EXPERIENCE
Related experience includes experience either as an intern or paid employee of a pet store, animal breeding facility (horse, dogs, etc), zoo, or aquarium resulting in direct knowledge of Animal Husbandry basics and guidelines.
EDUCATION
Currently enrolled in High School, High School Graduate, or GED preferred
COMPUTER SKILLS
Competency in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office Word and Excel
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least 18 years of age Must be able to read, write, and speak English Must be available to work days, evenings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed Must have reliable transportation Wild Adventures Theme Park is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. Wild Adventures Theme Park drives a welcoming culture where ideas and decisions from all people support our efforts to be relevant in an ever-changing world.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS N
(Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0
  • 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33%
  • 66% of the time (2.5
  • 5.
5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Stand C Lift/Carry Walk C 10 lbs or less C Sit O 11-20 lbs C Manually Manipulate C 21-50 lbs F Grasp
C 51-100
lbs O Reach Outward F Over 100 lbs O Reach Above Shoulder F Speak O Push/Pull Climb O 12 lbs or less C Crawl O 13-25 lbs C Squat or Kneel F 26-40 lbs F Bend
F 41-100
lbs O Other Physical Requirements Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth) Sense of Sound
  • ability to hear with both ears Sense of Smell Sense of Taste Sense of Touch Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
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